Fall Session
October 8th, 22nd / November 12th, 26th / December 10th
Saturdays, 10:30 am – 12:30 pm at the Boulder Shambhala Center
The contemplative practice of Ikebana or Kado, the Japanese art of flower arranging, brings together many elements so that we can have a more direct experience of all our sense perceptions.
The practice cultivates an overall mindfulness/awareness, and each arrangement becomes a reflection of our present state of mind.
Classes cover the basics of Ikebana from how to cut a stem to how to place plant materials in a container. There will also be exercises on perception and contemplations to help us find joy, harmony, and authentic expression in creating arrangements. Classes are open for each student, at their own pace, to explore materials, themes, Sogetsu curriculum, and individual curiosity. There may be both beginners and more experienced students in the classes.
Class series with Eileen Kay, Sogetsu Somu Certificate Teacher
Beginning students are requested to take the full session, which includes all materials: $180
Continuing students: $110 for full session/ $30 for one drop in class
Classes include:
Use of supplies: clippers, container, etc.
Demonstrations and hands on instruction and critique.
Purchase of text is encouraged
Class size is limited, register soon!